Syracuse Silver Knights
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| Full name | Syracuse Silver Knights | ||
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| Nickname(s) | Silver Knights | ||
| Founded | 2010 | ||
| Stadium | War Memorial Arena at Oncenter | ||
| Capacity | 5,194 for indoor soccer | ||
| Owner | Tommy Tanner | ||
| Head coach | Bryan O'Quinn | ||
| League | Major Arena Soccer League | ||
| 2015–16 |
2nd, Eastern Division Playoffs: Division final | ||
| Website | Club home page | ||
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The Syracuse Silver Knights are a professional indoor soccer team based in Syracuse, New York and play in the Major Arena Soccer League.
History
Having formed in 2010 with the intention of playing in the new I-League (a United Soccer Leagues league set to begin play in 2011), the team moved to the Major Indoor Soccer League when the two leagues merged. The team was rumored to be named the Syracuse Scorpions and revive the name of an old American Soccer League team. However, the name Silver Knights was announced at the team's inaugural press conference.[1] The club is coached by former Silver Knights goalkeeper, Bryan O'Quinn, who replaced club President, Team Owner and Syracuse native Tommy Tanner for the 2016-17 season.[2] The club has signed former Syracuse Salty Dogs player Ryan Hall, among others. The team announced the signing of former Major League Soccer star Diego Serna on October 11, 2011.[3]
The Syracuse Silver Knights' first season of play began in 2011–12, when they joined the MISL as an expansion franchise. For their inaugural season, the Silver Knights played their home games at the Oncenter War Memorial Arena in downtown Syracuse.
The team finished third in the Eastern Division in 2012, having been eliminated from playoff contention when the Rochester Lancers beat the Wichita Wings on February 23, 2012.[4]
In 2013, the Silver Knight foundation was launched to help benefit kids in tough economic and social situations. The foundation hosts events throughout the year which helps raise money for these children. Many Silver Knights players, including reserve and U19 players, volunteer their time to help partake in the events.
After the 2013-2014 season, the team announced that it was leaving the MISL along with five other teams and join the PASL, which was subsequently renamed the MASL[5]
Players
Current Roster
Updated November 24, 2013[6]&[7] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Development Squad
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Syracuse Silver Knights U19/Academy
The Silver Knights also have a U19/Academy team. Local youth team CNY United was granted rights to use the name "Syracuse Silver Knights U19" by Head Coach Tommy Tanner in 2013. They are coached by Silver Knights assistant coach Joe Papaleo and Silver Knights first team player LJ Papaleo. The players often help with fundraising and charity events along with the First Team players and staff
Current Roster
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Academy Reserve Players
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Year-by-year
| Year | League | Logo | Reg. Season | Playoffs | Attendance Average |
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| 2011–12 | MISL III | |
3rd Eastern Division, 9-15 | Did Not Qualify | 2,950 |
| 2012–13 | MISL III | |
6th MISL, 8-18 | Did Not Qualify | 3,401 |
| 2013–14 | MISL III | |
4th MISL, 12-8 | Lost Semi-Finals | 2,689 |
| 2014–15 | MASL | |
2nd Eastern Division, 12-8 | Lost in Division Semi-Finals | 3,082 |
| Total | 39-41 Win % = .488% |
N/A Win % = N/A |
3,176 | ||
Club Staff
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Head Coach: Bryan O'Quinn - Ast. Coach: Ryan Hall
- General Manager: Tommy Tanner
- Director of Communications/Assistant General Manager: Allen Czelusniak
- Group Ticket Sales Manager: Tyler Young
- Statistician: Don Johnston
- Vice President of Sales and Marketing: Allen LaVenture
- Silver Knight Foundation Director: Rick Sauter
References
- ↑
- ↑ John Berry. "Tommy Tanner will be head coach of Syracuse Silver Knights soccer team | syracuse.com". Blog.syracuse.com. Retrieved 2016-07-22.
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- ↑ Glenn Graham (2014-04-14). "Baltimore Blast joining with other teams to form new indoor soccer league". Articles.baltimoresun.com. Retrieved 2016-07-22.
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- ↑ "Professional Indoor Soccer - Syracuse, NY - MISL". Syracuse Silver Knights. Retrieved 2016-07-22.
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